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Carte du Vexin, Beauvoisis, et Hurepoix - Vintage map, Norman B. Leventhal Collection

Carte dv Vexin, Beavvoisis, et Hurepoix Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Normandia ducatus (Willem Janszoon Blaeu 1571-1638)

Shakespeare wrote a number of history plays, which were based on earlier works by other authors. However, the Bard did not always follow history to the letter. In Henry VI, Part I, Shakespeare manipulates dates More

I. Carte particulière des costes de Normandie depuis Dieppe jusqu'à la Pointe Percée en Bessin

Public domain image of the vintage map from Norman B. Leventhal Map Center, free to use, no copyright restrictions image. The Norman B. Leventhal Map & Education Center at the Boston Public Library is a special More

John Cotman - Château in Normandy

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Pierre Puvis de Chavannes - La Normandie

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A-10 Thunderbolt II aircraft from the 107th Fighter

A-10 Thunderbolt II aircraft from the 107th Fighter Squadron, Michigan Air National Guard, are joined by a C-130 Hercules aircraft as they fly over the beaches of Normandy, France, as part of the commeroration More

A loadmaster from the 86th Airlift Wing is seen on

A loadmaster from the 86th Airlift Wing is seen on the rear ramp of C-130 Hercules aircraft as U.S. Army paratroopers prepare to board the aircraft in Cherbourg, France, June 3, 2018. The paratroopers executed More

Sailors assigned to the U.S. Naval Hospital Naples Honor Guard hold the American flag over the remains of Radioman 2nd Class Julius Pieper during his funeral service at Normandy American Cemetery.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 19, 2018) Sailors assigned to the U.S. Naval Hospital Naples Honor Guard hold the American flag over the remains of Radioman 2nd Class Julius Pieper during his funeral service at Normandy More

Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV), the Honorable Ray Mabus, delivers remarks during the commemoration of the 68th anniversary of the D-Day invasion of Normandy at Utah Beach in Sainte Marie du Mont, France.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 05, 2012) Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV), the Honorable Ray Mabus, delivers remarks during the commemoration of the 68th anniversary of the D-Day invasion of Normandy at Utah Beach in Sai More

Omaha Beach is the site of one of the bloodiest battles in American military history - Operation Overlord - more commonly known as D-Day.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 03, 2019) Omaha Beach is the site of one of the bloodiest battles in American military history - Operation Overlord - more commonly known as D-Day. This week commemorates the 75th anniver More

Chow time in Normandy Cow Pasture

Chow time, no mess tents available...Collection of The Jewish Historical Society of Greater Hartford..We're happy for you to share this digital image within the spirit of The Commons. Certain restrictions on hi More

Doing laundry in a helmet, World War II photo

Muriel Engelman's service friend, Jan Shimp doing laundry in a steel helmet in a Normandy Cow Pasture. Note the laundry hanging out to dry on the tent ropes...Collection of The Jewish Historical Society of Grea More

Sailors assigned to the U.S. Naval Hospital Naples Honor Guard hold the American flag over the remains of Radioman 2nd Class Julius Pieper during his funeral service at Normandy American Cemetery.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 19, 2018) Sailors assigned to the U.S. Naval Hospital Naples Honor Guard hold the American flag over the remains of Radioman 2nd Class Julius Pieper during his funeral service at Normandy More

A single orange rose rests at the gravesite of Private 1st Class Albert Nagy at the Normandy American Cemetery.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 19, 2018) A single orange rose rests at the gravesite of Private 1st Class Albert Nagy at the Normandy American Cemetery. Nagy and other service members buried in Normandy were involved i More

Marnie Plonsky filling canteen, World War II photo

Marnie Plonsky is filling a canteen from a Lister Bag in Normandy...Collection of The Jewish Historical Society of Greater Hartford..We're happy for you to share this digital image within the spirit of The Comm More

The Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial is home to the graves of more than 9,380 of our deceased military members, most of whom lost their lives in the D-Day landings and ensuing operations.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 06, 2019) The Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial is home to the graves of more than 9,380 of our deceased military members, most of whom lost their lives in the D-Day landings and en More

The Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial is home to the graves of more than 9,380 of our deceased military members, most of whom lost their lives in the D-Day landings and ensuing operations.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 03, 2019) The Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial is home to the graves of more than 9,380 of our deceased military members, most of whom lost their lives in the D-Day landings and en More

A Sailor assigned to the U.S. Naval Hospital in Naples Honor Guard stands at attention during the funeral service for Radioman 2nd Class Julius Pieper at Normandy American Cemetery.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 19, 2018) A Sailor assigned to the U.S. Naval Hospital in Naples Honor Guard stands at attention during the funeral service for Radioman 2nd Class Julius Pieper at Normandy American Cemet More

Cmdr. Brian Diebold, left, commanding officer of the guided-missile destroyer USS Oscar Austin (DDG 79), and Command Master Chief Dee Allen render honors after laying down a wreath during a memorial ceremony just off the coast of Utah Beach.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 06, 2014) Cmdr. Brian Diebold, left, commanding officer of the guided-missile destroyer USS Oscar Austin (DDG 79), and Command Master Chief Dee Allen render honors after laying down a wre More

Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV), the Honorable Ray Mabus, reads the inscription on the U.S. Navy memorial honoring Sailors lost during the D-Day invasion of Normandy at Utah Beach in Sainte Marie du Mont, France.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 05, 2012) Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV), the Honorable Ray Mabus, reads the inscription on the U.S. Navy memorial honoring Sailors lost during the D-Day invasion of Normandy at Utah Beac More

The Avenger-class mine countermeasures ships USS Pioneer (MCM 9), left, and USS Patriot (MCM 7) prepare to depart Sattahip Naval Base for a mine hunting training exercise with the Royal Thai Navy

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 04, 2019) "Czech Hedgehogs" protect a German bunker at Crisbecq Battery, a German stronghold during the invasion of Normandy. On D-Day, June 6, 1944, 150,000 Allied troops took on 40,000 More

Sailors assigned to the U.S. Naval Hospital Naples Honor Guard carry the remains of Radioman 2nd Class Julius Pieper during his funeral service at Normandy American Cemetery.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 19, 2018) Sailors assigned to the U.S. Naval Hospital Naples Honor Guard carry the remains of Radioman 2nd Class Julius Pieper during his funeral service at Normandy American Cemetery. Ju More

The Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial is home to the graves of more than 9,380 of our deceased military members, most of whom lost their lives in the D-Day landings and ensuing operations.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 03, 2019) The Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial is home to the graves of more than 9,380 of our deceased military members, most of whom lost their lives in the D-Day landings and en More

Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV), the Honorable Ray Mabus, prepares to lay a wreath commemorating the 68th anniversary of the D-Day invasion of Normandy at the World War II Utah Beach American Memorial in Sainte Marie du Mont, France.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 05, 2012) Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV), the Honorable Ray Mabus, prepares to lay a wreath commemorating the 68th anniversary of the D-Day invasion of Normandy at the World War II Utah B More

Musician 2nd Class Kristen Gale, assigned to the U.S. 6th Fleet Band, rehearses

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 19, 2018) Musician 2nd Class Kristen Gale, assigned to the U.S. 6th Fleet Band, rehearses "Taps" before the funeral service for Radioman 2nd Class Julius Pieper at Normandy American Cemet More

The Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial is home to the graves of more than 9,380 of our deceased military members, most of whom lost their lives in the D-Day landings and ensuing operations. This week commemorates the 75th anniversary of D-Day.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 03, 2019) The Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial is home to the graves of more than 9,380 of our deceased military members, most of whom lost their lives in the D-Day landings and en More

The Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial is home to the graves of more than 9,380 of our deceased military members, most of whom lost their lives in the D-Day landings and ensuing operations.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 03, 2019) The Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial is home to the graves of more than 9,380 of our deceased military members, most of whom lost their lives in the D-Day landings and en More

Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV), the Honorable Ray Mabus, lays a wreath honoring Sailors lost during the D-Day invasion of Normandy at the U.S. Navy memorial at Utah Beach in Sainte Marie du Mont, France.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 05, 2012) Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV), the Honorable Ray Mabus, lays a wreath honoring Sailors lost during the D-Day invasion of Normandy at the U.S. Navy memorial at Utah Beach in Sai More

Sailors assigned to the U.S. Naval Hospital Naples Honor Guard carry the remains of Radioman 2nd Class Julius Pieper during his funeral service at Normandy American Cemetery.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 19, 2018) Sailors assigned to the U.S. Naval Hospital Naples Honor Guard carry the remains of Radioman 2nd Class Julius Pieper during his funeral service at Normandy American Cemetery. Ju More

A cross with a remembrance poppy is placed on Utah Beach.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 04, 2019) A cross with a remembrance poppy is placed on Utah Beach. American, British, and French military members are joining our nation's leaders this week to honor those who made the u More

Her Majesty Margrethe II of Denmark greets Cmdr. Brian Diebold, commanding officer of the guided-missile destroyer USS Oscar Austin (DDG 79), during a wreath laying ceremony just off the coast of Utah Beach.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 06, 2014) Her Majesty Margrethe II of Denmark greets Cmdr. Brian Diebold, commanding officer of the guided-missile destroyer USS Oscar Austin (DDG 79), during a wreath laying ceremony jus More

Chart of D-Day Beaches - U.S. National Archives Public Domain photograph

This item is a hydrographic chart of the Normandy coast with an overprint indicating the beach sectors chosen for the pending amphibious assault. Plans and Operations Maps

Panoramic Sketch of the D-Day Beaches

This item is a panoramic drawing of the D-Day beaches, Sector Dog Green and Sector Fox Green. Geographic Intelligence Maps

This undated 1944 photo shows Advanced Landing Ground

This undated 1944 photo shows Advanced Landing Ground 4, also known as Airfield 4, near Deux-Jumeaux, France. The 107th Tactical Fighter Squadron operated from the airfield for about a week beginning in late Ju More

U.S. Army paratroopers joined paratroopers from several

U.S. Army paratroopers joined paratroopers from several nations during a paradrop as part of the commemoration of the D-Day invasion of June 6, 1944, during World War II, in Normandy, France. Aircraft from the More

D-Day Paradrop Honors 1944 Battle

U.S. Army paratroopers joined paratroopers from several nations during a paradrop as part of the commemoration of the D-Day invasion of June 6, 1944, during World War II, in Normandy, France. Aircraft from the More

Michigan Air National Guard Brig. Gen. John D. Slocum

Michigan Air National Guard Brig. Gen. John D. Slocum joins with French officials to lay a wreath at the memorial to Private 1st Class Charles N. DeGlopper, a U.S. Army soldier who was awarded the U.S. Medal of More

Capt. Timothy Mahan, commanding officer of the guided-missile cruiser USS Vicksburg (CG 69), administers the oath of enlistment to nine of his crewmembers.

NORMANDY, France (Apr. 05, 2010) Capt. Timothy Mahan, commanding officer of the guided-missile cruiser USS Vicksburg (CG 69), administers the oath of enlistment to nine of his crewmembers during a mass reenlist More

Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) the Honorable Ray Mabus looks down Utah Beach, one of the sites where American forces landed during the D-Day invasion of Normandy.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 05, 2012) Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) the Honorable Ray Mabus looks down Utah Beach, one of the sites where American forces landed during the D-Day invasion of Normandy. Mabus toured l More

From left, retired “Bevin Boy” Dennis Hill, U.S. Army

From left, retired “Bevin Boy” Dennis Hill, U.S. Army Sgt. Ernie Lamson, Royal Navy Petty Officer Harry Eddy, and Royal Army Sgt. Jack Pentelow pose in front of the 303rd Bombardment Group memorial before the s More

Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) Ray Mabus, center left, greets Secretary of the Army (SECARMY) John McHugh before a commemoration

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 06, 2014) Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) Ray Mabus, center left, greets Secretary of the Army (SECARMY) John McHugh before a commemoration of the 70th anniversary of the D-Day landings in More

U.S. President Barack Obama and the President of France Francois Hollande join WWII Normandy veterans as they come to attention and render honors to the colors at the 70th D-Day Commemoration.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 06, 2014) U.S. President Barack Obama and the President of France Francois Hollande join WWII Normandy veterans as they come to attention and render honors to the colors at the 70th D-Day More

President Barack Obama delivers remarks during a commemoration of the 70th anniversary of the D-Day landings in Normandy, France.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 06, 2014) President Barack Obama delivers remarks during a commemoration of the 70th anniversary of the D-Day landings in Normandy, France. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Speciali More

Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Jonathan Greenert and his wife Darleen reflect upon the graves of WWII veterans who died in battle.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 06, 2014) Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Jonathan Greenert and his wife Darleen reflect upon the graves of WWII veterans who died in battle not far from the Normandy American Cemete More

Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) Ray Mabus greets veterans during a commemoration of the 70th anniversary of the D-Day landings in Normandy, France.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 06, 2014) Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) Ray Mabus greets veterans during a commemoration of the 70th anniversary of the D-Day landings in Normandy, France. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Commu More

U.S. President Barack Obama meets with D-Day supporters at the 70th D-Day Commemoration at the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial at Omaha Beach following the conclusion of the ceremony.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 06, 2014) U.S. President Barack Obama meets with D-Day supporters at the 70th D-Day Commemoration at the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial at Omaha Beach following the conclusion of More

President Barack Obama greets veterans during a commemoration of the 70th anniversary of the D-Day landings.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 06, 2014) President Barack Obama greets veterans during a commemoration of the 70th anniversary of the D-Day landings in Normandy, France. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialis More

President Barack Obama helps a WWII Normandy veteran back into his seat at the 70th D-Day Commemoration at the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 06, 2014) U.S. President Barack Obama helps a WWII Normandy veteran back into his seat at the 70th D-Day Commemoration at the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial. Several dignitaries More

A WWII era chief petty officer and veteran, who fought in the invasion of Normandy, talks with Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Jonathan Greenert.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 06, 2014) A WWII era chief petty officer and veteran, who fought in the invasion of Normandy, talks with Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Jonathan Greenert and French Chief of Naval S More

Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Jonathan Greenert reflects upon the grave of a WWII veteran who died in battle not far from the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 06, 2014) Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Jonathan Greenert reflects upon the grave of a WWII veteran who died in battle not far from the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial. Gre More

Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) Ray Mabus looks at a map documenting the D-Day landings in Normandy, France, before a commemoration

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 06, 2014) Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) Ray Mabus looks at a map documenting the D-Day landings in Normandy, France, before a commemoration ceremony marking the invasion's 70th anniversa More

U.S. President Barack Obama speaks at the 70th D-Day Commemoration at the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial at Omaha Beach.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 06, 2014) U.S. President Barack Obama speaks at the 70th D-Day Commemoration at the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial at Omaha Beach. Several dignitaries were in attendance to help More

Sailors assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Donald Cook (DDG 75) clean headstones at the Normandy American Cemetery during a community relations project Oct. 19, 2017.

NORMANDY, France (Oct. 19, 2017) Sailors assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Donald Cook (DDG 75) clean headstones at the Normandy American Cemetery during a community relations pro More

Sailors assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Donald Cook (DDG 75) clean headstones at the Normandy American Cemetery during a community relations project Oct. 19, 2017.

NORMANDY, France (Oct. 19, 2017) Sailors assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Donald Cook (DDG 75) clean headstones at the Normandy American Cemetery during a community relations pro More

Culinary Specialist 2nd Class Julian Fuenzalida, from Virginia Beach, Va., assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Donald Cook (DDG 75) cleans a headstone at the Normandy American Cemetery.

NORMANDY, France (Oct. 19, 2017) Culinary Specialist 2nd Class Julian Fuenzalida, from Virginia Beach, Va., assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Donald Cook (DDG 75) cleans a headsto More

Boatswain's Mate 1st Class Mario Chambergo, from North Plainfield, N.J., assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Donald Cook (DDG 75), cleans a headstone at the Normandy American Cemetery.

NORMANDY, France (Oct. 19, 2017) Boatswain's Mate 1st Class Mario Chambergo, from North Plainfield, N.J., assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Donald Cook (DDG 75), cleans a headston More

Rear Adm. Daniel W. Dwyer, chief of staff for U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa and U.S. 6th Fleet, delivers remarks during a Memorial Day and World War I centennial commemoration ceremony at Normandy American Cemetery, France, May 27, 2018.

NORMANDY, France (May. 27, 2018) Rear Adm. Daniel W. Dwyer, chief of staff for U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa and U.S. 6th Fleet, delivers remarks during a Memorial Day and World War I centennial commemoration More

Rear Adm. Daniel W. Dwyer, right, chief of staff for U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa and U.S. 6th Fleet, joins other participants to place wreaths during a Memorial Day and World War I centennial commemoration ceremony.

NORMANDY, France (May. 27, 2018) Rear Adm. Daniel W. Dwyer, right, chief of staff for U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa and U.S. 6th Fleet, joins other participants to place wreaths during a Memorial Day and Worl More

Sailors man the rails of the Blue Ridge-class command and control ship USS Mount Whitney (LCC 20) to commemorate Memorial Day off the coast of Normandy, France, May 27, 2019.

NORMANDY, France (May. 27, 2019) Sailors man the rails of the Blue Ridge-class command and control ship USS Mount Whitney (LCC 20) to commemorate Memorial Day off the coast of Normandy, France, May 27, 2019. Th More

A monument is dedicated to U.S. Navy Sailors who fought in the invasion of Normandy.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 04, 2019) A monument is dedicated to U.S. Navy Sailors who fought in the invasion of Normandy. More than 1,000 Sailors gave the final full measure of devotion, laying down their lives for More

A monument is dedicated to U.S. Navy Sailors who fought in the invasion of Normandy.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 04, 2019) A monument is dedicated to U.S. Navy Sailors who fought in the invasion of Normandy. More than 1,000 Sailors gave the final full measure of devotion, laying down their lives for More

Boatswain's Mate 2nd class Lucas Robinson, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt (DDG 80), places American flags on graves at the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 05, 2019) Boatswain's Mate 2nd class Lucas Robinson, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt (DDG 80), places American flags on graves at the Normandy A More

Boatswain's Mate Seaman Kane Bell, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt (DDG 80), places American flags on graves at the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 05, 2019) Boatswain's Mate Seaman Kane Bell, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt (DDG 80), places American flags on graves at the Normandy American More

Boatswain's Mate Seaman Kane Bell places American flags on graves at the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 05, 2019) Boatswain's Mate Seaman Kane Bell, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt (DDG 80), places American flags on graves at the Normandy American More

Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) Richard V. Spencer announces the future Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, USS Quentin Walsh (DDG 132).

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 06, 2019) Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) Richard V. Spencer announces the future Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, USS Quentin Walsh (DDG 132), named in honor of Coast Guard More

Lone Sailor dedication at Normandy, France.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 06, 2019) Adm. James G. Foggo III, commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa holds sand from Utah Beach, Normandy, as he delivers remarks during a United States Navy Memorial and Frogmen More

Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) Russell Smith, left, and Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. John Richardson visit the Normandy American Cemetery.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 06, 2019) Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) Russell Smith, left, and Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. John Richardson visit the Normandy American Cemetery. Today marks th More

President Donald J. Trump applauds D-Day veterans at a ceremony honoring the 75th anniversary of D-Day at the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 06, 2019) President Donald J. Trump applauds D-Day veterans at a ceremony honoring the 75th anniversary of D-Day at the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial. American and French milita More

Adm. James G. Foggo III speaks with Royal Navy Adm. Sir Phillip Jones, First Sea Lord and chief of Naval Staff, before a Royal British Legion Service of Remembrance at the Cathedral of Our Lady of Bayeux in Normandy, France, June 6, 2019.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 06, 2019) Adm. James G. Foggo III, commander of U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa and commander of Allied Joint Force Command Naples, Italy, speaks with Royal Navy Adm. Sir Phillip Jones, F More

Adm. James G. Foggo III, commander of U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa delivers remarks during a United States Navy Memorial and Frogmen Association of Utah Beach dedication ceremony in Normandy, France, June 6, 2019.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 06, 2019) Adm. James G. Foggo III, commander of U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa delivers remarks during a United States Navy Memorial and Frogmen Association of Utah Beach dedication cere More

Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) Russell Smith shakes hands with retired Command Master Chief Britt Slabinski, a Medal of Honor recipient, at the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 06, 2019) Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) Russell Smith shakes hands with retired Command Master Chief Britt Slabinski, a Medal of Honor recipient, at the Normandy American More

Adm. James G. Foggo III shakes the hand of a WWII veteran after a Royal British Legion Service of Remembrance at the Cathedral of Our Lady of Bayeux in Normandy, France, June 6, 2019.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 06, 2019) Adm. James G. Foggo III, commander of U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa and commander of Allied Joint Force Command Naples, Italy, shakes the hand of a WWII veteran after a Royal More

Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. John Richardson, left, and Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) Russell Smith visit the Normandy American Cemetery.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 06, 2019) Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. John Richardson, left, and Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) Russell Smith visit the Normandy American Cemetery. Today marks th More

The Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial is home to the graves of more than 9,380 of our deceased military members who lost their lives in the D-Day landings and ensuing operations.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 06, 2019) The Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial is home to the graves of more than 9,380 of our deceased military members who lost their lives in the D-Day landings and ensuing oper More

Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) Russell Smith, left, and Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. John Richardson visit the Normandy American Cemetery in Normandy, France.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 06, 2019) Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) Russell Smith, left, and Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. John Richardson visit the Normandy American Cemetery in Normandy, Fr More

U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa Fleet Master Chief Derrick Walters delivers remarks during a United States Navy Memorial and Frogmen Association of Utah Beach dedication ceremony in Normandy, France, June 6, 2019.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 06, 2019) U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa Fleet Master Chief Derrick Walters delivers remarks during a United States Navy Memorial and Frogmen Association of Utah Beach dedication ceremon More

Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) Russell Smith speaks with Gilbert Nadeau, a U.S. Navy D-Day veteran, at the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial.

NORMANDY, France (Jun. 06, 2019) Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) Russell Smith speaks with Gilbert Nadeau, a U.S. Navy D-Day veteran, at the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial. American and More